Ridgid Executives Should Know "THIS" About Their COLD BOX!

Ridgid Executives Should Know "THIS" About Their COLD BOX! We tell you everything you need to know about the PRO Tool Storage System compatible new RIDGID 27 Qt. RIDGID Cold Box (Model #249843) and the specifications ridged executives should be aware of! This modular tool storage system cooler box sold at the home depot has something you should know about!
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[@lkm55]

I have the rigid cooler. If you start with cold cans and bottles, and fill the cooler with ice I get ice retention for 2.5-3 days. Same as my old $60 igloo. If you put 10 lbs. of ice and 2 cans in a warm cooler the ice will last 12 hours. But I carry 8-10 rigid boxes and this is perfect for my system. And I didn’t have to skip a car payment to buy it.

[@VCGConstruction]

Appreciate the feedback thanks

[@steventicknor8059]

I love my Ridgid pro boxes and can say they are super durable. I’m a little ADHD and have left the tailgate on my truck down way to many times to admit to and the boxes have survived every time they were checked from the back and the power tools inside were just the same as they went in.

[@davidchristian602]

Most important? Does it have a drain plug

[@ExploreLandandSea]

I have been using the Rigid tool box as a cooler for cook outs for years. Nice to have something I can take camping for multi days now. Hoping for some thinner parts organizers soon.

[@94gtcoupe63]

I'm testing ice retention! Proceeds to pour in a bag of slushie. 😂

[@VCGConstruction]

Come on coupe! 🤣🤣

[@BLASTIC0]

The Ridgid Pro Storage is a sleeper yo. You are missing out if you aren’t considering their boxes. They are suuuuuper cheap, like 1/2 the price and they are the real deal… not like the rest of Rigid’s stuff 😉. I love mine. Handle fits under the tonneau. I have the big wheeled box and the small one on top and it lives in my truck. Check em out.

[@unclelyle6206]

Exactly my thoughts too!

[@Tool_Addicted_Carpenter]

Ya you can get stacks for $99 on the right sale. Well worth it. I stopped buying packout until they bring their prices back down. Hooked my dad up with that ridgid rolling box in the video, a parts organizer, and a crate for $110 total. Packout crates being $50 is just a slap. Their new $250 cooler is a joke. Ridgid is far more reasonable.

[@BLachance75]

@@A6Legit I’m home here now

[@notashton.]

@@Tool_Addicted_Carpenter I wish I would have realized this before I bought that 270 dollar packout lmao

[@Tool_Addicted_Carpenter]

@@notashton. No worries. Packout offers a lot more options. I only advocate for ridgid from a price standpoint but I wouldn't want to solely have ridgid. I have 4 packout stacks and many compact organizers. Ridgid doesn't offer nearly enough options. I bought my packout stacks for $200ea, my large packouts when they were only $60ea instead of $90, and my organizers when they were $35 instead of $50. Their current markups are absolutely egregious.

[@traintools585]

Looks great, just wish they would make a smaller individual size that would work as a lunch box too.

[@Tool_Addicted_Carpenter]

I got that ridgid rolling box with an organizer and crate for my dad for $110. Much more reasonable than recent packout prices. Bought my packouts back when they were $20-30 less per piece. I refuse to buy any more until they go back down. The red fanboys need to stop being so vocally loyal. They're only hurting their own wallets. $250 for the packout cooler is egregious. $50 for a crate is a joke. Ridgid is $25 for a crate. Both plastic. Be real.

[@conqueringchaos127]

I can't say enough about the rigid boxes.. I've got over a dozen of them myself at more than half the price of what the packout would be.. Can't wait to see what they come out with next.

[@joep8520]

I'm so heavily invested in packout it is hard to consider going another direction at this point. Been considering getting a tool storage solution for my kids scout pack/troop, but it is hard to swallow the packout price. This seems like a great alternative, and the prices are much better! Thank you for sharing Vince!

[@bryanlacount7551]

Look at the new Ryobi packout.

[@themandalorian9009]

I have milwaukee packout for work. And ridgid boxes for my personal tools. In an inclement weather situation I found the Ridgid boxes actually performed better than the milwaukee. And the price is very reasonable. Either way both are great.

[@mjc8761]

Thx for the info! Love the little steel guy!

[@ToolReviewZone]

Bro, you may want to try some prunes, you're thumbnail has me concerned 😲

[@VCGConstruction]

Prunes?

[@ToolReviewZone]

@@VCGConstruction you looking a it backed up, like you are in pain 😏

[@VCGConstruction]

😂😂

[@duncdunc76]

Rigid made a pretty Cool product😉 I like the size to insulation compromise that Rigid went for. Imo a job site cooler doesn't need to hold ice for days, just needs to keep your bevs cold for the day in hot weather. Looks like it will hold sufficient bevs with ice for a small crew of guys for the day. Thanks as always for showing us the goods VCG👍👍👍

[@stephenn3727]

I'm getting this! Thank you Vince

[@jasonbabila6006]

Imagine if the cooler was left outdoors for the 48 hours test, the ice would have been melted probably in 24 hours depending on time of the year and considering how most guys would leave the coolers out in the back of their trucks.

[@Gowaduv]

it looks rotomolded (like Yeti). I left ice and drinks in one for five days outside with temps in the 90s and on day five it still had ice floating in the water. I'm not saying this *will* do that but coolers have come a long way. if Vince wants to send this cooler to me I'm road tripping from Seattle to Phoenix at the end of the month, and I'm happy to compare this with the cooler from last summer 😅

[@virusthewolf]

Yeti will but not most of brands in the market. and diffinitley not ridgid. I first was introduced to yeti 15 yrs ago going camp in some really rough weather you can't beat it most brands now just copy the design but not how they are build. Many brands are way cheaper but they don't delivery the same quality.

[@-CHaPPy-]

@@mattek519 totally agreed with your comment! That wasn't even ice anymore 🤣😂🤣

[@-CHaPPy-]

@@Gowaduv bs

[@-CHaPPy-]

@@virusthewolf bs... Again 🤣😂🤣

[@DaveElectric]

I love the Ridgid tool boxes the best. They are not over-engineered. Heavy duty.

[@evildead1791]

This looks like it would be a good addition for my work van.

[@DocIPA]

Great video. I ordered 1 from this video and I'm feeling good about it. Thank you!

[@rebeccaredletter]

"….It’s 2:30 & I have an appointment with the dentist."🤣🤣🤣

[@rebeccaredletter]

Tooth hurty🙌🏻

[@NLoff44]

I had the cooler for about a month now and the ice retention is right around that 2 day mark they claim. If you have access to an ice machine and you can fill it to the top with ice like I have a few times you can get upto about 4 days out of your ice. It's a nice affordable option if you're interested in a cooler for your job boxes and already have the orange and black. 1 downside is that it does not have a drain plug you have to empty your melted water by pouring it out the top not super convenient there and would have paid a few extra bucks for an integrated drain plug. Trying to research and figure out how to possibly add one. It's not going to retain ice like a yeti but it's not going to cost you, a truck payment to put it on your job stack.

[@anthonylau3065]

Maybe there's a way to install the Igloo replacement parts into this cooler.

[@andrewhetland9693]

A bulkhead fitting with cap or plug will do the trick

[@glampocro1688]

Plugs leak, no plug is a feature for me.

[@myballsitchsomethingfierce6319]

Those plugs are prone to leak, the box with ice should be no more than 60 pounds

[@w426a]

Ebay and Amazon have the cooler drain plugs

[@Colorado-overland2020]

No way I had no idea they had this!!!! I have all their boxes except for this. These are hands-down, the best boxes, especially for the money and the longevity.

[@nailbanger777]

Awesome video Vince!

[@VCGConstruction]

Thanks Banger

[@BLASTIC0]

A cooler?! Pshhh… gimme a Rigid Frigid Fridge!

[@d.sack2727]

Sounds cool

[@VCGConstruction]

🤣

[@Jaminjohnw]

I just bought 2 Ridgid coolers today. I also own 2 Rtic coolers, a 20, and a 65. If I want to go on a long extended trip I will take one of Rtic coolers. If it's going to be just a short stay trip I'm going to take a Ridgid, and not worry about breaking one or messing up an expensive one. Also, Ridgid has a Lifetime warranty!! I Really Like that!!

[@nicholascarnegla5051]

Hello Vincent and gang have a great Sunday all !!!

[@DocIPA]

You got your thumbs up from me with the Dentists Time joke!

[@stephenleepmg113]

Good 👍 That item is not in the Pittsburgh PA stores YET !!!! I am really looking forward to picking the cooler up. It will go with my Ridgid system REAL NICE LIKE !!! LOL !!!

[@be4355be]

I ordered this cold Box after seeing this video Free shipping from home depot Took it directly back to home depot It's a great Box but the Closing latches are cheap plastic and could never see them lasting on a job site going in-and-out of them at least 10 times A-day

[@jerrytalley802]

Wonder how long it will keep ice? Thanks

[@leataripledajaug]

My Dewalt ToughSystem cooler usually retains the ice for about 2 or 3 days. Depending on how much ice i put on it. But I have no regrets at all !

[@roylapearl7458]

Have the rigid boxes love them

[@Timothy-NH]

I've been in 3 different HDs here in Southern NH this past week, and at least one of the stores had some in stock.

[@VCGConstruction]

order online Timothy

[@Timothy-NH]

@@VCGConstruction I think you may have misread my comment.

[@VCGConstruction]

Yeah I did 🤣

[@Aepek]

4:00 3rd shift…. Used to be my absolute fav and would always try and get

[@brianmccunney7318]

This is one of my favorite cooler. It fit on my ATV perfect.. It cleans so well. Super light. Buy it.

[@mariacarneglia8483]

Happy Sunday and Mother’s Day to the VCG Gang!😍🌹

[@alecturner2008]

Would this also be compatible with other beverages such as Peroni (name dropping to try and get you some sponsorship :-D) of course I've heard there is a zero alcohol version available.

[@kingklac3487]

I feel like Ridgid dropped the ball on the naming of it. Could've called it the fridgid

[@brucestorey917]

I bet the sun just loves the color of that cooler

[@w426a]

Ridgid needs a combo unit that connects to the modular system and integrates an electric/cordless pivoting fan, 110V power distribution, battery charger, phone charger, 20W Bluetooth radio speaker, and 2k lumen articulated LED lamp.

[@Siferatu]

Cold at 2 days and $70? Don't have to be in the Rigid box system to see that's a decent score.

[@patrickranahan5594]

Thanks Vince love saving me some of that doh ray me lol

[@michealadams1206]

Well said Vinny! Now go make your dentist appointment! ☺ P.S. Oh yea, I saw this new cooler the other day in my local H.D. & Rigid won my heart so I'm going back to get one! 😉

[@DanielGomez-cf6vk]

Love mine

[@noelv1976]

How will it fare outside in the sun in the middle of the Texas summer?

[@MagicCinema101]

If only I could find it in Canada for the summer! I'm currently using the big box and a drinking problem to get cold drinks!

[@82richies]

Love that rolling tool chest 1 reason why is I can carry my 24 in. Level in it as well as many other of my tools

[@Tool_Addicted_Carpenter]

Ya I got one for my dad and it fits every one of his m12 tools including the small vaccum and skilsaw and the top holds all his blades and bits. Worked out great.

[@chrispellbois6498]

Imo grab this if you are already using the kit that goes with it ^^ being able to store tons of cool drinks and carry them without a hassle , thats good , but you need to be using its kit system to be worth it imo ^^

[@jmbnorth]

Awesome for the price! I want one!

[@c00cs1]

NOICE!!

[@mikevila3715]

Where’d did you purchase those safely glasses.

[@georgeferlazzo7936]

Hello again Vince and Vcg Thank you for another Great Video. Since you ran the testing with cooler inside, what about taking it outside, in the sunlight. Like the way we work normally. In my trade, I can work around the clock. If it can keep drinks cold during the hottest part of the day. I will be impressed. No one likes to drink warm water on a hot day. Just saying Lol Again thank you

[@VCGConstruction]

I’m gonna do a follow up with colder ice and warmer temps outside!

[@georgeferlazzo7936]

@@VCGConstruction Hello again Vince Thank you again

[@andrew_gencoupe]

Nice

[@fadyeljamal5101]

I can’t find these things anywhere in the greater Toronto area !!

[@misterm7086]

For the job, 12 hours “ice retention” is all you need. Ridgid rocks!

[@JP-ec8fe]

I’m a Milwaukee guy but came from ridgid years ago. Wondering why HD doesn’t seem to push ridgid much? No end caps, small section. Everything seems to be Milwaukee and ryobi. Anyone know or know what the future of ridgid likely is? Just curious….

[@searsing7382]

End caps cost the manufacturer $ to get those spots… just like a grocery store… end caps cost $

[@JP-ec8fe]

@@searsing7382 I know that but at least my local HD also doesn’t even carry any of the ridgid boxes or tool storage systems. Just seems like they send a bunch of info on new tools but don’t actually bring them into the store as there’s a small selection. Maybe that’s just my HD?. I just question the longevity of the future of the brand. 🤷‍♂️

[@-CHaPPy-]

@@JP-ec8fe you're HD sucks is the problem... It's more than likely in management 👍💯

[@Runehorn]

thanks for the info, its on on sale at home depot for $50 as i write this. so i ordered one

[@VCGConstruction]

Nice

[@bettinanstevens9259]

That's why I'm here. $47.97 and I figure it will make a nice cooler to throw in the back of the car this summer for the hour long trek back home from Sam's. Maybe now I can stop for gas without worrying that the ice cream will be in a puddle under the seat by time i make it home. Thanks Vince for the review.

[@johnr5545]

Nice job god bless

[@VCGConstruction]

Thanks John!

[@adolfojp]

Can you store loose pop corn in this?

[@BrickyardPowerMan]

Would be helpful if you cut open this Rigid cold box as well as a Yeti or comparable cooler to compare how they are built and insulated. Some coolers have no insulation between the plastic layers.

[@jfamousmsbc]

This would be a great idea but I can almost guarantee that there is no insulation and if there is it’s probably less than an inch. Better off buying an igloo their extreme rugged version at Costco if they still have them in stock and it will retain ice for almost a whole week and it’s cheaper. Their will be some trade off if you are already in to deep on Rigid pack out but better product just my opinion.

[@jfamousmsbc]

@@A6Legit I completely agree with you but I work in Southern California where it’s always hot and when their is no shade to place your cooler having a well insulated cooler really helps. Plus I go camping a lot so having a versatile cooler really helps. As for me I’m very vested in the PackOut from Milwaukee but having a hard time justifying the price for the new Milwaukee Cooler.

[@-CHaPPy-]

@@jfamousmsbc I use the igloo 26qt on my sxs and have about frozen drinks for 4 days. And the cooler is above my engine and exhaust system 🤣😂🤣

[@johnsmith-qm1mr]

Sea isle ice, representing South Jersey!

[@2point..0]

Should had """"Dividers"""" Included, LOOK AT IT AND A SQUARE BOX INSERT for your handy dandy goodies!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! WHY NOT!!! Boooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo!!!

[@jamesspenceriii2467]

hey Im a traveling lineman and don't have tool stores near me. any chance you can do more online tool deals? im new to your channel but im loving the content you put out and its very helpful! thank you.

[@VCGConstruction]

We do online tool deals weekly, get subscribed and enable the bell because they sell out quickly.

[@jamesspenceriii2467]

@@VCGConstruction thank you for the information. I will have to turn on the bell!

[@djwambach6192]

It's on HD online. 236 in stock on Mother's Day. Shipping to your house fee.

[@johns9652]

I'm a Ridgid guy, drill, impact, sawzall, bandsaw, etc. I have the dual battery charger, even have the Ridgid (propane, apparently there is an all electric model coming, but haven't seen it in stores.) heatgun for bending PVC. Not impressed with the cooler. At my local Home Depot when I priced it a month or so ago, it was over $100, not 70ish.

[@matthoward1174]

Make ice blocks out of 64 oz cranberry juice bottles, and switch them out every day. I put one at either end, and my beer and water in between. Works great, cheap, and convenient.

[@atomik311]

I need this

[@jrsuk1170]

Vince, do you know when Rigid will starting doing drawers?

[@RidgidRon]

It is a one and two day type cooler it isn't no yeti but it will do what it is designed to do without the very high costs.it isn't designed to go on a week long camping trip in the summer. Ridgid Ron

[@VCGConstruction]

👍🏻 different strokes for different folks!

[@RidgidRon]

I got one for the back of my jeep and it is good for one day trips. I use it for my mountain fishing trips and grocery runs

[@-CHaPPy-]

You're the biggest name brand type of guy... We all get that. Guaranteed your overpriced $2k yeti that you can put an entire human body in won't do a week long of ice either 🤷🤦 get real bro

[@conqueringchaos127]

2 can Sam in grade school 🤣🤣🤣

[@VCGConstruction]

🤣

[@newbutthunt]

Not bad for the price, even you just need a tough cooler without the dolly.

[@willdavis7966]

@6:00... 😂😂😂🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@jjk8383]

But will it retain its ice if it falls off the roof? Inquiring minds want to know ;)

[@-CHaPPy-]

You sound like a safety violation followed with a lawsuit... 🤣😂🤣

[@B0redom13]

I’ve got some packout for their small storage stuff and ryobi link for the rest. Honestly, this is becoming like purses for men and it’s a bit weird. I blame yeti for starting this crap lol

[@rickyhall1772]

How do you find a bag of ice that's already started melting?

[@-CHaPPy-]

It's been in the corner all day melting because I'ma bet Milwaukee is coming out with the same thing soon. Js. maybe true or not

[@rickyhall1772]

@@-CHaPPy- lol

[@Dirt_Worm]

I have this. Kind of disappointed in how good it seals. But it gets the job done.

[@VCGConstruction]

Yours had a problem with the gasket?

[@Dirt_Worm]

@@VCGConstruction yeah it has a gap. Plus the plastic cleats where it interlocks were bent, like it was dropped.

[@Tool_Addicted_Carpenter]

@@Dirt_Worm return it and get a new one. Should be painless.

[@johnwatson7543]

I bought a few of them and all of the seals leak

[@Jackripster69]

Awesome scifi look about em

[@ffhomeimprovement2495]

I wish they made a 10qt or 20 qt cooler like dewalt

[@MrEsparza530]

Unless ur going camping or a road trip u don't need ice in there for so long...it's a job site cooler 2 days of ice is plenty

[@SweeturKraut]

I just had a banger of an idea. I’m gonna convert one of my Mak Paks into a little cooler. I know they sell one but it’s too expensive for what it is. Stay tuned.

[@Mmiitthh]

Ice retention is calculated with a cooler that is full of ice.

[@tjellis1479]

I always run out of brew..before ICE Physics

[@mroddydawg]

Nice but I’ll keep my Engel. A traditional cooler. Double insulated. Rotomolded

[@VCGConstruction]

Engel, never heard of it, is it from overseas?

[@-CHaPPy-]

Yeah yeah... Was on the red river with a group of sxs and my sxs. Buddy's $1k yeti was water in a few hours and he put dry ice and ice in it. My 26 qt igloo from Walmart still had ice a few days later. But I'm still on the "I might buy the Ridgid to stack on my other Ridgid band wagon" 😂🤣🤔

[@virusthewolf]

Bs..Again...🤣🤣🤣

[@lnc23]

Just bought one today for $69.99 but I used a $25 gift card. So $50 bucks after taxes. It was ten bucks of original price.

[@GianinMTB]

Subscribed for the luck

[@qconard]

47.97 now! Memorial Day sale

[@CJ-111]

I grew up with a 2 can Dan 😂

[@VCGConstruction]

Yeah we did

[@heroindoses1991]

Did you take a peak after 24 hours? Don’t lie lol. Was it cold water by then?

[@wt9653]

Good cooler except for the cheap plastic latch. They should have put the same ones from their organizers. What was the reason for going cheap? Ruined the whole box with 2 penny latch.

[@larryrickert8186]

Seems ok to me. I bought a $50 cooler with wheels and it held ice for 4 plus days. And yes ice for over 4 days and cans were cold for almost 6 days 🤔

[@perfectrepair6470]

What cooler did you buy Larry? How big was it ?

[@johnskylark1527]

I like mister Rebar :D

[@brycemcdaniel6666]

@VCG CONSTRUCTION is that a Spyderco PM2 Tanto I spy?

[@cyberworld6469]

At least they named it correct, cold box, not an ICE BOX...lol

[@VCGConstruction]

🤣

[@-CHaPPy-]

Well yeah... An ice box would require refrigerant 👍

[@jaycarneygiants]

It's "Rebar Vince"!!!

[@mozzberg590]

I'll stick with my 25 dollar igloo cooler.

[@VCGConstruction]

If it works! 👍🏻

[@TheProCut17]

my problem with this cooler is there is no drain plug

[@user-dp9ch9gk1v]

Milwaukee seems to me more convenient, I would stick withe the big boys, you should go against Milwaukee.

[@maness2112]

The cooler doesn't work well with the clips. The clips are loose and sloppy when engaged.

[@XerxezsX]

You should have started with unmelted ice 🤔 then by day two you would have had ice there.

[@WildernessPreacher]

🤔.... Maybe time to invest.

[@jeremywade7809]

Wish it had a drain plug

[@KlockoFett]

First, thanks for the May 4th shout out. Who doesn't love at least a little nerd culture? Second, I'd almost be willing to bet you have more ice left over after 48 hours if there were more bottles and cans in there when the cooler was loaded. I suspect it works like a refrigerator. The more full it is, the less work the refrigerator (or in this case, the ice) has to do. In reality, in most cases super cold water that's no longer ice should be good enough after 48 hours.

[@VCGConstruction]

Makes sense, maybe we should try that out!

[@-CHaPPy-]

@@VCGConstruction and the bottles or cans need to be cool as well when they are put in the cooler. That's a major determining factor. I'm sure yeti bottles or cans are almost frozen when they did their in house tests. And also cooled the inside first so it's already chill inside so the ice stays longer. Having a yeti is just like buying name brand clothing... You're buying a sticker or tag, not necessarily quality. And people will boast over and over about how great their yeti cooler is because they want to justify how da they were for buying an overpriced name brand cooler 🤣😂🤣

[@KlockoFett]

I suppose it kinda doesn't matter for a jobsite. The best cooler under the best conditions isn't keeping ice as long as advertised if the lid doesn't stay closed. Especially on a jobsite, that lid isn't staying closed. I've had pretty good luck with a 5 day holding meats and frozen stuff after a hurricane and no power (I'm in SoFL), but everyone in the house knew "open it, grab what you need quickly, close the lid and make sure it's sealed"